SPEARS, Heather. The Danish Portraits. Toronto : The Ryerson Press, (1967).First Edition. Pp.(6),1-26. 8vo, light grey cloth, gilt lettering to spine . A collection of poetry by Heather Spears (b. Vancouver 1934). "The DanishPortraits have a strength and independence both Scandinavian and Canadian. The poet reveals visual, sensual empathy with people and their landscape." - from the dj. At the time of this book's publication, Spears was living i n the fishing town of Svaneke, on the eastern coast of the Baltic island ofBornholm, Denmark. Contents : The Danish Portraits; In the Churchyard at 0 stermarie; no ideas; Lotte at Saltuna; the burn scar; idea for a portrait; Tourist Attractions; Garments; in Skandinavia; fears for children; Local History; On "the temples"; "coming up from the harbour"; around Mellenakken; Dr Larsens daughters. Very good in dustjacket. 22.50